2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
